CHICKEN WITH APRICOTS, LEMON AND SAFFRON
Here is a spice-perfumed braised chicken dish that is greater than the sum of its parts, with complex flavor that belies the ease of preparation. As a bonus, you can prepare it up to 2 days in advance, since it reheats beautifully.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, poultry, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Season chicken generously on both sides with salt and pepper. (If time permits, do this an hour before cooking or up to 24 hours in advance. Keep refrigerated, but remove from refrigerator 1 hour before cooking.)
- In a large skillet over medium heat, place chicken pieces skin-side down in one layer. Let chicken cook slowly to brown well on one side, about 15 to 20 minutes. When skin is crisp and lifts easily from the pan, it is ready. Flip and cook 2 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, make saffron water: In a small cup, combine saffron with lemon juice and 1/4 cup water. Set aside to steep.
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Transfer chicken, skin-side up, to a baking dish. Pour off some fat from the skillet, reserving about 2 tablespoons. Add onions, salt lightly and cook, stirring, until softened and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
- Add saffron water and threads, tomato purée, cayenne, coriander, fennel, cardamom and wine to onions and bring to a simmer.
- Pour onion mixture over chicken. Tuck apricots and lemon slices among the chicken pieces. Cover tightly and bake for 1 hour. Remove cover and bake until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. (Recipe can be prepared to this point up to 2 days ahead. When ready to serve, reheat in a 350-degree oven, in a covered pot, 30 to 45 minutes.)
- To serve, garnish with cilantro and mint leaves. Sprinkle with pine nuts and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 464, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 712 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Dechen Zangmo
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken. It's a great way to change up your usual chicken routine.
Rebel Return
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Ilhamou Mymu
[email protected]I've never cooked with saffron before, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it. It added a really nice depth of flavor to the dish.
Zishanrajpot Wlaitali
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The apricots and lemon make the chicken taste so good that they'll forget they're eating healthy.
Peter Buntyn
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I loved this dish. The lemon and saffron really balanced out the sweetness of the apricots.
IMRAN ALI Chachar
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Islamik_status 67
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The chicken was so tender and the sauce was delicious.
Thunder Victor
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some chopped nuts or dried fruit to the sauce.
Mahmoud Osama
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I usually serve it with rice or quinoa.
Mmaduabuchi Joseph
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The apricots and lemon add a nice brightness to the chicken.
Majormuha Adam
[email protected]This is one of my favorite chicken recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out great.
KOFIL AHMED
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the chicken and the sauce.
Lydia Cardenas
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I loved the combination of apricots, lemon, and saffron.
Opeyemi Oduleye
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.
Bigmozey Bigmozey
[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the apricots and lemon added a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. I will definitely be making this again.